Karlstad weather in March (Värmland, Sweden)

Planning a trip to Karlstad in March? This guide provides all the details you need.

In March, Karlstad typically experiences low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 5°C, while nights can cool down to about -2°C.

Karlstad in March usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 43 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 13 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 167 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Karlstad. July typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Karlstad climate page with graphs.

 

Karlstad, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -2°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 43 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 78%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 167 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Sweden in March

Find out more about the weather in Sweden in March and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Karlstad in March?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in March.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Karlstad.

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